Braylen Blue Earns First Offer
Braylen Blue has yet to even play in a high school basketball game. This has not stopped the Sun Prairie freshman from gaining interest from multiple college programs. On July 30th, Blue took to Twitter to say, “I’d like to…
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Continue ReadingBraylen Blue has yet to even play in a high school basketball game. This has not stopped the Sun Prairie freshman from gaining interest from multiple college programs. On July 30th, Blue took to Twitter to say, “I’d like to say thank you to all of the colleges that are expressing early interest in me. I’m beyond humbled and extremely grateful. I’m focused on the process of becoming the best basketball player, student-athlete and person I possibly can be. So excited for the journey!”
Less than two months later, Division One Howard University offered Blue a scholarship.
Despite talking with multiple colleges, Blue told Prep Hoops Wisconsin that this scholarship offer was a surprise.
Howard is the first school to jump in Blue’s bandwagon, but they certainly won’t be the last. “We prefer not to list schools at this point but I’m hearing from a number mid-high D1s,” said Blue.
The 2023 guard has started to see his recruitment pick up thanks to a big AAU season with the Madison Spartans.
“We competed mostly on the Prep Hoops Circuit and played a few NY2LA events, Jimmy V Classic and Mississippi River Classic. Was an up and down season in terms of wins and losses but we played some great competition and definitely got better individually and as a team.”
Unfortunately for Blue, his AAU season came to an abrupt ending. He suffered a broken forearm during the Spartans’ final tournament. The 6-foot-2 guard has used this injury as an opportunity to show his fortitude. “I have a little less than 3 weeks left in my brace (I already was in a cast for 6 weeks) and then I’ll be good to go. I’ve resumed strength/jump training with Jon Hinds at Monkey Bar Gym. I’ll avoid scrimmaging/contact until closer to practice starting but I’ll do skill work with my dad.”
Blue also said that he will be ready to play when the high school basketball season tips off in late November.
“I’m focusing on my recovery and the upcoming high school season right now. Can’t wait to get back on the court.”
Braylen Blue is a young prospect, but he already boasts a refined game. When he has the ball in his hands, Blue becomes a dangerous player. The guard has tremendous court-vision, which allows him to find open teammates. Expect Blue to continue to get recognition for his basketball skills throughout his high school career.